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Evil Avnovice

03-13-2011, 01:39 PM

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It seemed like yesterday when CEO of Nintendo, Satoru Iwata revealed the company's latest portable successor, the Nintendo 3DS, at their E3 2010 press conference. With stereoscopic 3D visuals, a massive boost in power, enhanced multiplayer capabilities, and the ability to re-experience downloadable Game Boy titles in 3D, there's a lot to love about the system. The important question on everyone's mind is "How does/will it work?"

When Nintendo unveiled the handheld at E3 2010, it was the first time that people were able to go hands-on with the device. Of course, those who weren't affiliated with the gaming industry were SOL at that time. But seven months later, Nintendo of Japan held an event called "Nintendo World 2011" (Jan 8-11), allowing the japanese public for the first time to sample the system. Eight days after, Nintendo of America held their own event in New York, where two of three most sought after (and crucial) pieces of information were revealed: The handheld will land in North America on March 27, 2011, with a retail price of $249.99.

Of course, we all have our plans for securing a Nintendo 3DS. Some of us were already early adopters, having put down a preorder at our retailer(s) of choice as soon as they were announced. Others might be lucky enough to brave travelling to the nearest store and pick up a unit without the unnecessary hassle of preordering woes. All that's left is some software to test drive your soon-to-be handheld.

Only what games will be available at launch? That leads us to the third and final piece of information: the lineup. Come March 27th, 18 titles will be looking for a new home:

Pilotwings Resort
Developer: Monster Games
Publisher: Nintendo

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It's been several years since PilotWings was last seen on the Nintendo 64. PilotWings Resort takes place on Wuhu Island, the island which debuted in Wii Fit, and also appears in Wii Fit Plus and Wii Sports Resort. The game will allow you to use your Mii as you explore Wuhu Island at your own leisure, or take part in timed and points-based missions. Pictures taken with the 3DS camera can be saved to the system's photo album to be shared with friends and family.

Steel Diver
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo

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This unique sleeper title lets you pilot a submarine through various locales and engage enemy submarines. Other modes of play include Naval Battle Mode, where you and a friend try to sink each others submarines. Periscope Mode makes use of the 3DS' gyrometer, allowing you to use the handheld itself to aim and fire at enemy submarines.

Nintendogs + cats (French Bulldog/Toy Poodle/Golden Retriever versions)
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo

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Nintendogs + cats returns with 3 brand new species of dog, and the addition of cats to raise and care for. The camera is used so that pets will remember their owners faces, and snapped 3D photos can be saved to the SD card and exchanged via StreetPass to other users. AR cards allow your pets to be projected onto real world locations, and where the original DS title was limited by region, Nintendogs + cats' StreetPass functionality will be compatible worldwide.

Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom

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Nintendo 3DS will be blessed with a port of Capcom's latest 2D fighter. Most, if not all of the content from its Xbox 360/PS3 brethen are intact, including worldwide online play, and a brand new addition of figurine collecting.

The Sims 3
Developer: The Sims Studio
Publisher: Electronic Arts

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Use the camera to create and customize your sim. Karma Powers will allow you to affect your sims and the environment around them.

Madden NFL Football
Publisher: EA Sports

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First and foremost: If you're thinking about picking this up for ANY sort of multiplayer, look somewhere else.
So what reasons are left for even bothering? EA is hoping that three different types of playcalling and using the touch screen to call plays on the fly will magically overlook the inability to play with others.

Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D
Developer: Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc.
Publisher: Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc.

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Konami's soccer title will offer over 60 national and 170 club sides to choose from. Players can compete against each other in 1 vs 1 wireless play, or in the game's "Master League" mode, where you can create your team and challenge others over StreetPass to unlock classic players and teams.

Lego Star Wars III: The Clone Wars
Developer: TT Fusion
Publisher: LucasArts

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Lego Star Wars III: The Clone Wars for Nintendo 3DS will include a brand new story, as well as new mini-games, combat abilities and improved space flights/battles in full 3D. The Clone Wars will also include new clone weapons, vehicles and characters. StreetPass and Play Coins can be used to unlock new characters and purchase bonus content.

Ridge Racer 3D
Developer: Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Publusher: Namco Bandai Games America Inc.

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After two superb PSP titles and an iPhone installment, Ridge Racer is set to hit Nintendo 3DS. Ridge Racer 3D will have an all new "drift" button, new vehicles and new courses. Using the camera, players can take a photo of themselves to use as a player icon in local 4-player races, and racing profiles (ghost data, etc.) can be exchanged using StreetPass.

Super Monkey Ball 3D
Developer: SEGA
Publisher: SEGA

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Super Monkey Ball 3D includes new Monkey Race and Monkey Fight modes, both supporting 4 players. Levels can be navigated with either the slide pad, or the handheld's motion sensors.

Bust-A-Move Universe
Developer: Arika
Publisher: Square Enix Inc.

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Bust-A-Move will have immersive 3D visuals to absorb you into the game, and will support a trophy system of sorts.

Samurai Warriors: Chronicles
Developer: Tecmo Koei America Corp
Publisher: Tecmo Koei America Corp

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Tecmo Koei's Dynasty Warriors spinoff will satiate your hack 'n' slash needs with a story mode that supports multiple scenarios, providing replay value. If that wasn't enough, you can gather three of your friends and battle it out via StreetPass to earn new items. Samurai Warriors: Chronicles will also support DLC in the form of brand new stages.

Asphalt 3D
Publisher: Ubisoft

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Asphalt 3D will let you select from over 42 licensed vehicles and race across 17 unique locations. As well as providing comprehensive tining options for your vehicles, Asphalt 3D will have other modes such as Cash Attack, High Speed Chase, Leader of the Pack, and more.

Don't care for single player? Ubisoft's got you covered. Connect with up to 6 people locally in wireless mode to race each other, or with StreetPass:

-Viral Ranking: Players you encounter are stored in a local leaderboard. Raise ranks to receive a money bonus.

-Viral Ghost: Send your ghost to other players. If your ghost is beaten, their ghost will replace yours. If they lose, your ghost will be spread to other players in an attempt to best your lap times.

-StreetPass Paytable: Meet up with other players to unlock exclusive game items (car tuning option, events, etc.) or earn extra bonuses to spend in the garage.

Combat of Giants: Dinosaurs 3D
Developer: Ubisoft Quebec
Publisher: Ubisoft

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You'll have to excuse me for my bias, as this is what I call a "disposable" launch title.

It if interests anyone, this is being marketed to the "ages 7-10" crowd. Collect and trade over 500 items to strengthen your dinosaurs.

Rayman 3D
Developer: Ubisoft Casablanca
Publisher: Ubisoft

This is essentially Rayman 2: The Great Escape, remade for the Nintendo 3DS.

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Shadow Wars
Publisher: Ubisoft

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Until Advance Wars, Fire Emblem, or any other turn-based strategy title makes it way to Nintendo 3DS, Ubisoft is looking to fill the void with Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Shadow Wars. Ubisoft is promising a story mode with 37 missions, providing over 30 hours of gameplay. Choose from six classes and unlock new skills and equipment during game progression. There are 20 bonus skirmish missions to unlock, and you can play against a friend using one Nintendo 3DS. A nifty little feature is tbat you can tilt the handheld to look behind buildings and obstructions. Shadow Wars is being developed by Julian Gollop (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Gollop), well known for X-COM and Laser Squad Nemesis.

Be sure to check out the trailers of all the upcoming launch titles.

Terminology:

1.Stereoscopy: A technique for creating or enhancing the illusion of depth in an image by presenting two offset images separately to the left and right eye of the viewer. Both of these 2-D offset images are then combined in the brain to give the perception of 3-D depth.

2.Augmented Reality: A live direct or indirect view of a physical real-world environment whose elements are augmented by computer-generated sensory input, such as sound or graphics.

3.StreetPass: A communication system that allows users who walk around with their Nintendo 3DS system turned on to exchange game data with other Nintendo 3DS users that they pass on the street.

4.SpotPass: A function thst searches for online points (hot spots) and other Nintendo 3DS systems to automatically obtain various information and other content when a Nintendo 3DS is in Sleep Mode.

Evil Avnovice

03-13-2011, 01:39 PM

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Combat of Giants: Dinosaurs 3D

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Lego Star Wars III: The Clone Wars

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Madden NFL Football

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Nintendogs + cats

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Evil Avnovice

03-13-2011, 01:40 PM

Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 3D

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Ridge Racer 3D

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Samurai Warriors: Chronicles

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Steel Diver

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Super Monkey Ball 3D

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Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition

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The Sims 3

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mister slim

03-13-2011, 03:07 PM

A quick note: The Tom Clancy game is designed by Julian Gollop, famous for Rebelstar, Laser Squad, and X-Com. Should be a good game.

Evil Avnovice

03-13-2011, 03:35 PM

A quick note: The Tom Clancy game is designed by Julian Gollop, famous for Rebelstar, Laser Squad, and X-Com. Should be a good game.

Put it in there. Thanks, mister slim! :)

Widgetcraft

03-13-2011, 05:19 PM

I'm going with Pilotwings and Super Monkey Ball. I would really like a good action game as well, but nothing looks very appealing right now. Maybe Lego Star Wars...

pomeroy

03-13-2011, 06:12 PM

I guess I wasn't paying a lot of attention to the lineup, but it seems kind of lame. Good thing I held off, I suppose. I do want one of these suckers, though.

Chris_D

03-13-2011, 06:16 PM

There have been worse launches. Nintendogs and cats is pretty much mandatory if you liked Nintendogs. I wonder when the Layton game is coming?

Mike Kelehan

03-13-2011, 06:19 PM

I wonder when the Layton game is coming?

That's Layton 5, and we just got Layton 3. I'm going to guess Fall 2012.

KamaItachi

03-13-2011, 06:26 PM

Streetfighter for me. We don't get Pilotwings in Aus until mid April and I'd rather hold off than buy a second game just for the sake of it. I'll be eyeing the reviews of Shadow Wars quite closely, but most of the games I want are still a month or so down the track.

Evil Avnovice

03-15-2011, 12:49 PM

Now that Ubisoft has provided some, there is now some Rayman 3DS gameplay footage to view (the very first game that's shown in the trailer):

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Tayaya

03-16-2011, 02:34 PM

That's Layton 5, and we just got Layton 3. I'm going to guess Fall 2012.

Is that Layton 5, or is it "3D Layton Spinoff Released Between Layton 4 and 5?"

Mike Kelehan

03-16-2011, 02:38 PM

Is that Layton 5, or is it "3D Layton Spinoff Released Between Layton 4 and 5?"

No, that's called "Professor Layton vs. Ace Attorney." I don't see why this is a spinoff and not a proper sequel, since it directly follows Layton 4... do you know something I don't?

Tayaya

03-16-2011, 03:20 PM

No, that's called "Professor Layton vs. Ace Attorney." I don't see why this is a spinoff and not a proper sequel, since it directly follows Layton 4... do you know something I don't?

Nope. You know something I don't in this case, which is that the story in the 3D one followed the story of the as-yet-unreleased here 4th game.

Evil Avnovice

03-18-2011, 03:34 PM

North Americn trailer:

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Tayaya

03-18-2011, 04:33 PM

Man, that launch trailer didn't really do all that much to get one excited for the 3DS. Other than Pilotwings and Street Fighter, not a lot there to get all excited about. Ridge racer looks a LOT better than Asphalt, but that isn't saying much. It's reviewing well at least.

Widgetcraft

03-18-2011, 05:54 PM

The problem is that there simply is no killer app. Pilotwings isn't going to make anyone run out and buy one of these things, but I bet Nintendo is going to bank on there being enough interest in the hardware itself to keep it selling for a good long while. They are probably right.

Launching with OoT would have been much better.

Blue

03-18-2011, 07:36 PM

Purple Santa

03-18-2011, 07:56 PM

I'm hoping to buy Pilotwings resort and rent the Sims along with the RR and Asphalt.

Mike Kelehan

03-18-2011, 08:19 PM

Launching with OoT would have been much better.

The problem, though, is I already have that game, on cart and on a couple different Wii collections. Is an upgrade to 3D worth $40? It's like Super Mario Advance all over again.

Chris_D

03-19-2011, 02:18 AM

Nintendogs and Cats is a system seller I think.

KamaItachi

03-19-2011, 03:27 AM

The problem, though, is I already have that game, on cart and on a couple different Wii collections. Is an upgrade to 3D worth $40? It's like Super Mario Advance all over again.

Oot Would be a must-buy for me because I've never really played it. I'd guess there's enough new converts from the DS who weren't originally fans of the franchise that would seriously consider buying it on launch day, same as the DS version of Mario 64.

Widgetcraft

03-19-2011, 09:44 AM

Not exactly a launch title, but the 3DS is supposed to be getting a Super Smash Bros. clone in May: Cartoon Network: Punch Time Explosion.

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If word-of-mouth is decent, I'll be picking this one up. I really loath traditional fighters, so SFIV and DoA: DD are of no interest to me, but Smash Bros. is awesome.

EDIT: Here are some articles on it.

Gamespot Hands On (http://www.gamespot.com/3ds/action/untitledcartoonnetworkfighter/news.html?sid=6304010&mode=previews)

Nintendo World Report Impressions (http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/impressions/25592)

Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cartoon_Network:_Punch_Time_Explosion)

There seems to be some on whether or not there would be online multiplayer; Gamespot says that there is, Nintendo World Report says that there isn't. Gamespot also says that, in addition to the online multiplayer and four-player local wireless play, there is an option for single-cart play. Both previews seemed to enjoy the game, and Nintendo World Report says that it mimics Smash Bros. much better than other supposed clones of the franchise.

Evil Avnovice

03-19-2011, 12:31 PM

I'm getting SFIV for sure and I'm torn as to what I want my second to be. The options are:

Pilotwings
Rayman 3D
Ghost Recon

Recon honestly wasn't on my radar at all and the more I look at it the more interesting it seems. Rayman because I adore platformers and never got a chance to play the original. Pilotwings because, well, Pilotwings. Though, being honest, one of the reasons I'm interested in Pilot is due to how well the 3D is said to be with it. That and it seems "light".

Dunno - thoughts?

You could always hold out for some others down the line. And as you've mentioned that you like platformers, there's Rabbids 3D and Cave Story 3D.

I haven't seen a date for Rabbids 3D, but Cave Story 3D will release this summer, as NIS America is publishing it.

Blue

03-19-2011, 12:36 PM

Ohhhh, I love me some NIS...I'll have to do some digging. Thanks!

Evil Avnovice

03-19-2011, 12:41 PM

Ohhhh, I love me some NIS...I'll have to do some digging. Thanks!

You're welcome.

*NIS America release (http://www.nisamerica.com/index.php?nav=n&article=pbomb/PrinnyBomb_Vol119.html)

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EternalGamer

03-19-2011, 12:56 PM

I played Pilotwings at Best Buy today and I was completely underwhelmed by the 3D effect. Unless you hold it at the EXACT angle you need to the 3D it becomes a blurry mess. I found it difficult to even maintain that angle and even when I did, the effect wasn't that impressive on such a small screen. It looked more like one of those 3D hologram stickers than it did a 3D film.

Blue

03-19-2011, 01:16 PM

Thanks for the impressions, EG. I was on the fence about Pilotwings so this helps quite a bit when making a decision. Maybe I'll snag it when it drops in price later on down the road.

EternalGamer

03-19-2011, 02:10 PM

The game itself seemed fine and I really like classic Pilotwings on the SNES and N64. I was more commenting on the 3D effect. Perhaps it was partially because they have it on a wire tether, which makes it hard to get the ideal angle while standing hunched over it, but if it is that finicky about the viewing angle, I think that is a problem.

Blue

03-19-2011, 05:38 PM

Widgetcraft

03-19-2011, 05:56 PM

From things I had heard around the web, the game really showed off 3D well which is (honestly) one of the reasons I was more interested in it so the 3D being a bit of a damper leaves me wanting. Not that the game proper won't be good, just less what I'm looking for up-front.

Maybe you shouldn't put so much stock in someone else's experiences with an in-store demo? I don't even take my own experiences with in-store demos seriously.

axion

03-19-2011, 06:18 PM

Blue

03-19-2011, 06:38 PM

Maybe you shouldn't put so much stock in someone else's experiences with an in-store demo? I don't even take my own experiences with in-store demos seriously.

Perhaps not, but when deciding between titles I haven't been able to get my hands on, impressions are all I have to glean from.

KamaItachi

03-19-2011, 06:44 PM

I played Lego Star Wars for a bit yesterday. The 3D is pretty cool, the depth slider works exactly as it should. The viewing angle is indeed straight on but I didn't have any issues keeping it in the right place. The 3D effect seemed to me to start at the screen and go inwards (if that makes sense), as opposed to popping out.

Seriously considering Lego Star Wars as the second launch title. Much as I love Streetfighter, I think I'd need a game that might provide me with a more sustained experience. Plus it reads like a Lego Battlefront, which sounds awesome.

KamaItachi

03-19-2011, 06:48 PM

Holy crap, I may have to get that Cartoon Network brawl game on general principle!

Evil Avnovice

03-19-2011, 06:52 PM

Perhaps not, but when deciding between titles I haven't been able to get my hands on, impressions are all I have to glean from.

Nintendo of America has a page (http://www.nintendo.com/3ds/events/locator/) for locating retail kiosks, and based on your location, I put that in and got these results:

*Best Buy
3840 MORSE RD COLUMBUS, OH 43219-3014
Store # 295

*Best Buy
2782 TAYLOR ROAD EXT REYNOLDSBURG, OH 43068-9554
Store # 292

*Best Buy
1375 POLARIS PKWY COLUMBUS, OH 43240-6001
Store # 570

I don't know if you're anywhere near these Best Buys, but driving directions are also provided as well.

Blue

03-19-2011, 06:55 PM

Huh, thanks! I'm about ten minutes from the bottom one so I might shuffle over that way tomorrow and give it a look. Thanks :D

Evil Avnovice

03-19-2011, 06:58 PM

Cool. :)

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Exodus

03-19-2011, 08:02 PM

The line up looks so mediocre. I'm not getting a 3DS to play games that are just dumbed down versions of their console counterparts.

Maybe I'll just catch up on every DS game I've missed out on for the last few years instead until Layton vs. Phoenix comes out. 999 and Ghost Trick look like something I'd love to play anyway.

Chris_D

03-20-2011, 04:26 AM

I actually bought the original DS for Nintendogs. Of course, I ended up slightly disappointed but it was cool for a little while.

Evil Avnovice

03-21-2011, 01:06 PM

Nintendo of America plans to install over 6,000 demo kiosks across the US over the next few months, and Nintendo of Europe says that over 1,000 stores in the UK will open in anticipation of their midnight launch. (Gamasutra (http://www.gamasutra.com/view/news/33634/Nintendo_Installing_6000_3DS_Kiosks_At_US_Retail.p hp))

Evil Avnovice

03-21-2011, 02:19 PM

I know JayVe was one poster who expressed interest in Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars, so here's a walkthrough from Jullian Gollop himself:

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Joshkdmw

03-25-2011, 01:54 AM

Oh man, I am so stoked for the 3DS. I've been waiting for this shit for MONTHS. I've traded in games and kept the credit, just to help soften the blow. Got 150 bucks worth of credit for this bad boy.

I'ma get the black one.

I'm buying 3 games on launch day: Pilotwings, Street Fighter, and Pokemon Black (What? I don't have it yet).

I was hoping there'd be some metal gear action on launch, but it'll come out eventually. And I'm sure I'll buy Ocarina of time again if given the option. I mean, I have the gamecube Master Quest version - but I don't have it on the go!

Evil Avnovice

03-25-2011, 04:08 AM

For anyone who's preorder/ordering from Amazon US, they're offering up some deals in which when you order a Nintendo 3DS, you'll receive a $25 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html//ref=bt_atcg_cta?ie=UTF8&docId=1000668611&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-3&pf_rd_r=1V16B664JD9QRYCC4DA0&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1291927202&pf_rd_i=2622269011) promotional credit to use towards a 3DS game purchase.

If you preorder a Nintendo 3DS title, you'll receive a $10 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_355670522_6?ie=UTF8&docId=1000668621&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=right-1&pf_rd_r=0BA4QGEJYY2FWDSP37WT&pf_rd_t=1401&pf_rd_p=1291930742&pf_rd_i=1000668611) promotional credit to use towards purchasing a second 3DS title.

And if you order a Nintendo 3DS, you'll get a promotional credit to snag a select 3DS accessory (http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_355679862_6?ie=UTF8&docId=1000668661&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=right-2&pf_rd_r=0BA4QGEJYY2FWDSP37WT&pf_rd_t=1401&pf_rd_p=1291926462&pf_rd_i=1000668611) at no charge (I assume they mean free).

Evil Avnovice

03-25-2011, 08:28 PM

It's not Sunday yet, isn't it?

Widgetcraft

03-25-2011, 08:56 PM

Tomorrow is going to blow. What is the logic behind Nintendo launching everything on Sundays, anyway?

Mike Kelehan

03-25-2011, 09:21 PM

Tomorrow is going to blow. What is the logic behind Nintendo launching everything on Sundays, anyway?

One, because that way nobody has to take off work. Two, because that way they get a full seven days on the weekly sales charts, as opposed to the one day that a Saturday would give them.

Widgetcraft

03-25-2011, 10:29 PM

Looking at this trailer for Samurai Warriors makes me want to reconsider my early dismissal of it:

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This is really the only in-depth footage of it that isn't taken by a camera from like five feet away. It might actually be what I'm looking for in my third game; I want an action game where I kill the fuck out of shit, and really the only other thing like that is Street Fighter, and I'm not big on traditional fighters. I would like a God of War clone, but this might work; I'm sure I won't have trouble finding it, considering the level of anti-hype it is carrying. The only real complaints I've heard about it are that it is just like every other game in it's genre, and consists mostly of mindlessly killing hordes of enemies.

Also, I like that I get to customize my appearance.

Chris_D

03-26-2011, 04:50 AM

If you've ever liked any of Koei's warriors games, and you've taken a break from them long enough then it seems like a good choice to me.

Widgetcraft

03-26-2011, 09:41 AM

Purple Santa

03-26-2011, 11:08 AM

It's not Sunday yet, isn't it?

I'm surprised you don't have some kind of countdown clock :D

Less than 11 hours till Sunday...but no midnight launch here :(

Generation ABXY

03-26-2011, 11:20 AM

Any European/Japanese CoGers have some extended experience with Pilotwings? The reviews I'm seeing are making me reconsider buying it. Apparently there really isn't a lot of content, and on top of that, there are no unlockables for doing well in the missions (which is sort of the whole basis of the game). The free flight mode also sounds stupid, since it has a short time limit on it, that only gets increased to five minutes after you have collected all items on Wuhu Island.

Sadly, some of what I've seen has had me reconsidering it, as well. Were I still getting the system at launch, I'd probably be leaning more towards Samurai Warriors (one of only a few titles to interest me, right now).

jpublic

03-26-2011, 03:48 PM

I was going to get Samurai Warriors, but I have an expectation of Dynasty Warriors 7 from my wife for my birthday, so I don't want to get burned out.

PathMaster

03-26-2011, 04:03 PM

I know JayVe was one poster who expressed interest in Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars, so here's a walkthrough from Jullian Gollop himself:

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Saw this earlier on Ars, and WoW. That has me itching for some Xcom action again. It also tells me that the DS is a platform where an Xcom could work well. I the 3DS was cheaper and I had some spare money I would be grabbing them both tomorrow.

Gorvi

03-26-2011, 04:14 PM

Chris_D

03-26-2011, 04:20 PM

I've read the same Pilotwings reviews. 1 hour to complete all the tasks at least once seems like a waste of $40. With games like Lego Star Wars, SFIV, SW, GR, Nintendogs, I'd go with any of those.

frederec

03-26-2011, 04:23 PM

I'm glad people are finally starting to see that Ghost Recon is quite possibly the best looking 3DS launch game. It's like Metal Gear Ac!d meets Final Fantasy Tactics, it looks like a lot of fun. When I get a 3DS I'll be grabbing that.

Within the past few days I went from planning on getting Bust a Move, mainly for the price, to this thanks to the positive things I've heard. I won't get it until later in the week, since I'm doing amazon's deal, but at least I'll get it for relatively cheap.

Evil Avnovice

03-26-2011, 04:48 PM

While the US launch is tomorrow, I just received the e-mail from Amazon earlier this morning, telling me that my Nintendo 3DS has been shipped and will be delivered Monday.

So I'll have that, and then Ridge Racer 3D on Friday, as they shipped it earlier last week. Unless otherwise, I will assume that Steel Diver will be shipped tomorrow.

That leaves the $10 promotional credit they gave me for one of my 3DS-related orders. I've narrowed it down to both Nintendogs + cats and Ghost Wars: Shadow Recon. I should grab Ghost Wars: Shadow Recon, but I'm leaning heavily towards Nintendogs + cats.

Chris_D

03-26-2011, 05:28 PM

Pity you can't take the cats for walks :).

Widgetcraft

03-27-2011, 10:19 AM

I just played through the first level of Samurai Warriors: Chronicles, and I have to say, it was a lot of fun! I don't know why everyone is bitching about this game. Is it a bit repetitive? Sure, but so it Tetris, that doesn't make Tetris a bad game. I like the friendship system (there are these little dialogs between battles with the other leaders, and if you befriend them then you can use them in battle), the graphics are nice, and other than a slighty wonky camera it's gameplay is fairly solid.

When I went to pick my system up this morning, this was actually the only copy they had of the game, so if you have an interest in playing it you may want to go looking for it now.

Generation ABXY

03-27-2011, 10:41 AM

I just played through the first level of Samurai Warriors: Chronicles, and I have to say, it was a lot of fun!

I'm glad to hear this.

Darkmatter

03-27-2011, 10:55 AM

Joshkdmw

03-27-2011, 12:44 PM

I'll probably let you folks know my thoughts on Pilotwings - I bought it, as planned.

Are we all swapping friend codes in this thread? Mine is 2062-9152-4683. Add me up, my Mii looks super creepy, it's awesome.

frederec

03-27-2011, 12:51 PM

I finally got my hands on a display model at Best Buy today. I played a little bit of Pilotwings. I have this issue with 3D things some times, but with the slider set somewhat comfortably (about halfway), I didn't feel like I was getting the 3D effect very well. I don't quite get why people would be excited about the game. I'm hoping Ghost Recon will go well when I get it later in the week.

jpublic

03-27-2011, 12:59 PM

I didn't get to play GR much, having spent too much of my designated play time screwing around with the AR cards, but all I can say is the Ubisoft splash vid viewed through the 3DS's 3D is trippy.

Chris_D

03-28-2011, 10:09 PM

Got some time myself with the 3DS today. Yup, the 3D works for me but I could feel a slight strain from the get go. I imagine I would normally either have it off or less than half way. Tried 3 games, Layton, SFIV, and Samurai Warriors. Not too much to say, really. SFIV is the same SFIV we all know and love, looks great. The 3D seems pretty unnecessary. Layton was probably the worst for demoing 3D. It was just like looking at flat paper cut-out characters on a background of 2-3 layers. Also, now that the touch screen is different from the view screen, navigating to the interaction points may take some getting used to. Rather than tapping on the person or item you need to use the stylus like a mouse to navigate the cursor. You would get used to it quickly I imagine but it's not as intuitive.

Samurai Warriors was the best of the bunch. Looks at least as good as the last gen SW games. Also, with 3D enabled, the soldiers pop a bit on the battlefield. It actually feels much more subtle than the other 2 games because it's not like you're just looking at 2-3 layers but there is actual 3D depth. Of course, the game plays just fine with 3D off. Thumbs up.

Analog nub controls fine but I wish they had made the surface a bit more abrasive (like a dual shock stick). It was already a bit sweaty by the time I got to it (!) and it felt like my thumb didn't have a good purchase on the nub. I probably prefer the feel of the PSP nub but it seemed like the fidelity of the 3DS nub was better. D-pad was good in SFIV, I could do all the usual moves as well as on the PS3 DS3 controller.

Widgetcraft

03-28-2011, 11:39 PM

Chris_D

03-29-2011, 02:43 AM

At about 1/4 I couldn't really see the effect much. As for having it on full, well all the demo units were set like that to begin with so that's what I started with.

Tayaya

03-29-2011, 11:04 AM

I'm really disappointed with what I'm hearing about Pilotwings. :( I wasn't planning on getting the 3DS for a while but when I did, that was one of the games I was really looking forward to. Now I hear that not only does it not come with my favorite action (skydiving) but that the rest of it pretty much sucks as well.

Sounds like they threw this thing together in a hurry just to grab some quick bucks... :(

I miss the skydiving too, but... the rest of the game is definitely not crap. I'm working on the Gold-level missions now and it's really starting to pick up in challenge and fun. It still feels like Pilotwings, and it's my favorite of the launch games that I've actually played.

Mike Kelehan

03-29-2011, 11:17 AM

You should never have the slider turned all the way up. That is not it's purpose. Most people should have it on half or less. I leave it nudged up just from off, and the 3D effect is still very noticeable, but also very comfortable.

Honestly, I think the upper limit is way too high. I'd like a firmware update that lets me, though software, set the max value, so I have finer control of everything below that. As it is, I won't ever use the top 30% or so.

Chris_D

03-29-2011, 03:14 PM

Yeah it wouldn't surprise me to see something like that. They might even reduce the max value by default to reduce the headache complaints.

Widgetcraft

03-29-2011, 03:52 PM

It wouldn't surprise me. I tried setting it to the max setting one time, and I got that "magic eye" effect people were talking about. That's not really supposed to happen. When I turn it up to the level I'm comfortable with, it feels very natural.

I am a little worried though, because everyone (including myself) seem to be experiencing this shit where everything looks 3D now. Like this text I'm typing looks 3Dish.

Chris_D

03-29-2011, 05:01 PM

I knew there was a reason Sony felt they didn't need 3D in the NGP!

jpublic

03-29-2011, 05:03 PM

I do find that after playing around with it for a while my eyes are hypersensitive to parallax effects.